The cold was simply a change of environment to Fae, but to humans. To them, it was the festive season.

Malleus found the atmosphere quite delightful at Night Raven College. Everyone was prepared for the holiday, the common rooms were filled with cold students finding company in each other, and the dorms were… different. Malleus had never ordered a change in decor, but it was a pleasant sight, so he let it be.

Despite everything, he still felt quite lonely. His position, the next ruler of the Fae, inspired fear, but the other students were avoiding him more than usual, especially today.

People parted as he walked down the halls, no one sat beside him in class… Strange. He needed to consult someone, but it seemed Silver and Sebek were busy with club activities, and Lilia had been suspiciously absent since the sun had risen.

Malleus knocked at your door, hoping you had insights into what transgressions he was committing.

“Good evening, Child of Man.” He smiled, but noticed how your gaze drifted to his horn rather quickly. He lifted a hand, curious as to what had caught your attention.

A mistletoe had been hanging from the tip, tied in a silky green ribbon. “Ah, I see.” Lilia had told him about the tradition: The two who meet beneath the plant must kiss. Is that why he had been avoided?

The only way he wouldn't have noticed the plant tied to his horn is if Lilia had done it. And now he was holding it between you and himself. It seemed only appropriate to follow through, “Then, if you’ll allow me,” He offered his hand for you to lean into. “May I?”